With the challenges of COVID-19, the College of Business was determined to keep the connection with students, alumni and friends strong. Traditional in-person events held for the past decade transitioned into virtual events. The college was proactive in keeping students linked and supported in spite of physical distance.

From the 10th Annual Economic Forum which featured Texas Comptroller, Glenn Hegar, virtual classroom speaker presentations, student organization hangout sessions, to students meeting with business partners online, it was imperative the college offer a comprehensive learning experience.

College of Business faculty have participated in several university recruitment events this fall semester. In person events have included drive-thru parades and classroom presentations.

Virtual events have been held in state for both undergraduate and graduate recruitment. Attendees have ranged from high school to community college students. Additionally, applicants for the MBA program have been reached from across the globe with virtual visits in Central America, South America and Asia.

As COVID-19 continues to impact celebrations and get-togethers, Texas A&M University- Kingsville produced its third virtual commencement as nearly 650 students were prospective fall 2020 graduates.

The administration at Texas A&M- Kingsville did not want their graduating seniors to miss the pomp and circumstance that surrounds commencement, so students were honored with a virtual ceremony. The commencement activities can be seen on the special commencement link at https://www.tamuk.edu/commencement/. READ MORE

The Student Government Association recognized Summa Cum Laude graduate Elisabeth Joan Carston, a management major, with the Distinguished Undergraduate Student Award at the Fall 2020 Commencement Ceremony. To be nominated for this award, a student must be a graduating senior with no less than 60 credit hours earned at Texas A&M-Kingsville. Congratulations to Elisabeth for this well deserved honor!

E-mail: cba@tamuk.edu